ManTalks Podcast

Facing Shame, Finding Strength & Leadership: Men’s Work Session

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Aug 18, 2025
Engage in a compelling discussion about vulnerability and intimacy in relationships. Explore how childhood wounds shape adult connections and the courage needed for honest communication. Discover the significance of separating self-worth from external validation while learning to embrace disappointment. Delve into the importance of nurturing your inner child to break cycles of shame. Gain insights on navigating trust and emotional burdens, and redefine masculinity by viewing failures as growth opportunities.
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ANECDOTE

Avoiding Hard Conversations

  • Roger describes scheduling talks with his partner but lacking courage to follow through and repeatedly avoiding hard conversations.
  • He confesses he lied about his finances and feels frustrated that he can't lead the relationship despite wanting to.
INSIGHT

The Shame-Procrastination Cycle

  • Connor maps a recurring cycle: opportunity for ownership, procrastination, shame, and escalating pressure.
  • The cycle ends with the partner pointing it out and deep shame triggering avoidance and further procrastination.
ANECDOTE

Childhood Validation Seeking

  • Roger links the shame sensation to his mother, describing constant need for validation and a childhood suicide attempt to get attention.
  • He reveals he used pocket money to buy his mom gifts hoping she'd appreciate him and finally notice him.
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